Healthy patients should visit their dentist in St. Paul every six months for preventive teeth cleanings and checkups. If you have gum disease, our dentists may recommend one or two additional teeth cleanings throughout the year to help you manage your condition successfully. Our dentists will prescribe the best hygiene schedule for your dental health and unique needs.
Why Are Routine Teeth Cleanings So Important?
One of the top ways to protect your dental health is to attend your bi-annual preventive teeth cleanings and checkups. These visits allow our dentists to detect problems like gum disease and tooth decay early on when they're easier to treat with less invasive procedures.
When treating tooth decay or gum disease with more straightforward procedures, you may save time in the dental chair and money in your budget.
The Oral Systemic Connection
Science has shown clear links between gum disease and other non-dental health concerns, such as:
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Dementia
- Stroke
- High blood pressure
- Complications during pregnancy
It seems that the bacteria that cause gum disease can travel through the bloodstream and contribute to the inflammation that causes these chronic health concerns.
Visiting your St. Paul dentist protects your smile, overall health, and dental health. Call your team at Highgrove Dental Care at (651) 698-3828 to book your next dental appointment.